2011 Writers in Paradise Evening Reading Series: Dennis Lehane

In conjunction with its 2011Writers in Paradise Conference, Eckerd College offers a series of free reading and book signing parties to the public. Held in the college's Miller Auditorium, local bookworms will hear selections from a variety of American authors followed by a free wine and cheese mixer.

Tonight's event will feature New York Times bestselling author, Dennis Lehane. His books "Gone, Baby, Gone", "Mystic River" and "Shutter Island" have all been adapted to film in recent years. Lehane will read excepts from his latest novel, "Moonlight Mile", and answer questions from the audience.